2019 FHA Loan Limits Went Up
HUD has announced the FHA loan limits for 2019. FHA limits vary by county, but most of the country saw an increase. Enter any county in this look-up tool to see its limit, starting January 1. Portland’s 2019 limits In my home base, the Portland/Vancouver MSA, the...
Oregon’s First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account
Saving for a home purchase in Oregon may now earn you a tax break. If you’re an Oregon resident saving for the purchase of a home you may be able to claim a tax deduction as you save and earn tax-free interest. How? Open a First-Time Homebuyer Savings Account or...
More Bang for Your Buck with Single Premium MI
If you put less than 20% down, your loan will probably require mortgage insurance (MI). Did you know MI can be paid once, for the full life of the loan? This can be great way to minimize the costs, lower your payment and possibly even increase your purchasing power....
$484,350 is the new $453,100
